2017-Partner Vets in The Bob

PROJECT END DATE:

Project Start Date:

Ranger District:

Trailhead:

Middle Fork Teton

campsite:

Backcountry Primative

miles to camp:

5+ miles with +1,500' elevation gain and 200 lost.

hiking difficulty

work difficulty

Project Description

Join fellow veterans for five days in the Wilderness! This trip will allow participants the opportunity to find camaraderie with fellow veterans, be physically challenged while experiencing a remote Wilderness area, and most importantly, have fun!

After meeting Nathaan, Jon and BMWF Crew Leader at the trailhead, you will sort gear and supplies for the packer and shoulder your backpack, for a 5 mile hike into camp. Basecamp will be on just below Route Creek Pass. Wednesday-Friday volunteers will be working on trail #108 toward the pass. Limbing encroaching trees, reestablishing the trail bed (tread) and rock removal will be the primary focus. Pulaskis, shovels and hand saws will be the tools of choice. This trail accesses some of the most remote places in The Bob and Montana! Your work on this trail is needed to keep these wild places accessible to backpackers and horse parties. After a hard day's work, relax back at camp or hike to Route Creek Pass for some amazing views. On Saturday the group will pack up and hike back out to the trailhead and civilization.

Further Objectives of this experience:

Connection with other veterans

Personal growth

Learn how to travel comfortably in the backcountry

Through teamwork focus on Wilderness Stewardship

Built trust and communication through an expedition experience

Allow for reflection and solitude through individual, one on one time and time with the group

MEETING PLACE:

Meeting Date and Time:

This project requires a $75 deposit to hold your spot on the project. It is fully refundable after the project! If you can not make the deposit, and promise you will show up and work, we can waive the fee! This is the ONLY cost of attending!